- Lucy Natasha closed Empowerment Christian Church’s Nairobi physical services, citing undisclosed venue challenges
- All Nairobi services were moved online about a month ago as the church sought a permanent space
- In a new development, the decorated preacher announced the launch of the ministry in South Sudan
Flashy televangelist Lucy Natasha has announced the expansion of her Empowerment Christian Church (ECC) ministry to South Sudan, just weeks after shutting down physical services at her Nairobi branch.
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The development comes shortly after the preacher moved her Nairobi-based congregation to online services, citing venue-related challenges.
Why Lucy Natasha closed Nairobi church
In a statement shared on her official social media platforms, Natasha confirmed that ECC would no longer hold in-person services at the Biashara Plaza Rooftop, a venue that had hosted the church for years.
The change took effect on Sunday, January 11, marking a significant shift for the Nairobi ministry.
She revealed that the church had decided suspend physical meetings due to venue challenges.
“Important notice. Starting this Sunday, January 11, we will not meet at Biashara Plaza Rooftop due to venue challenges. All services will continue online until further notice,” read part of the notice.
The church leadership urged congregants to remain prayerful as the ministry seeks a permanent worship space.
“Stand with us in prayer as God leads us into our own God-ordained space. Stay connected,” the statement added.
Lucy Natasha announces ECC South Sudan launch
On Sunday, February 1, Natasha unveiled plans to officially launch ECC in South Sudan, sharing venue details and contacts for the new branch.
“God will do the impossible in your life and shut the haters up, in the name of Jesus! Join us for the Grand Opening of Empowerment Christian Church (ECC), South Sudan 🇸🇸,” she wrote.
According to the announcement, the church will be located in Gudele, Juba, at Jubek Secondary School, with Pastor Rina named as the resident pastor. Natasha also shared a contact number for congregants seeking more information.
In a separate post, the preacher offered prayers and words of encouragement ahead of the launch, expressing optimism about the new chapter for her ministry.
“February will be filled with abundance, happiness, peace, love, increase and blessings. All set for the launch of the Empowerment Christian Church, South Sudan,” she stated.
Lucy Natasha recalls heartbreak from her Kenyan ex
Previously, the preacher opened up about a time she dated a Kenyan man who broke her heart thoroughly.
The woman of God is married to Indian preacher Stanley Carmel, whom she revealed slid into her Instagram DM before they agreed to physically meet in the US.
While on an interview, Natasha recalled a time she considered giving a Kenyan man a chance and the result of the relationship.
“Dust is constant. It was a Kalahari desert. I really loved this man, and I felt like this guy was going to be that person. The guy, of course, was a Kenyan. Right now, I understand why that relationship did not work. Sometimes you leave the good so you can get the best. I would never have met my prayer partner and best friend,” she said.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
